I need to remove the crankshaft damper and the manual calls for a "detent" tool [only available from MB for over $300] to lockdown the crank so the front bolt can be loosened to remove the damper assembly.
Having not done this before, not being a mechanic, I still have enough common sense to know that independent shops are not paying MB $300+ for this simple widget.
How can said crank be locked down [automatic] w/o damaging anything, including a wallet :-)
Again, appreciatively to all,
Courtney